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© November 2011 Smart Openers Pty Ltd
Fig. 4
Post Bracket
Gate Bracket
Positioning The Opener
1.
Use Fig. 1 and the geometry table to determine
the optimum position for the drive unit taking into
consideration the desired arc (angle) of travel and
sideroom requirement.
2.
Mark the location of the pier/post mounting bracket.
If suitable use the enclosed bracket (Fig. 4) which is
punched with multiple holes for a variety of angles,
otherwise fabricate one to suit.
3.
Locate the drive unit on the post bracket. Close
the gate and mark the location of the gate bracket.
Ensure that the drive unit is level.
4.
Fix the gate bracket in place using the slotted holes.
Position the bolts in the middle of the slots to allow for
fine adjustment after installation.
Note:
Using bolts will provide a much more secure fitting
of bracket to gate than self tapping (Tek) screws.
5.
Tighten bolts and test opener to see that it closes in
the correct position. If the gate doesn’t close in the
desired position, release bolts, adjust bracket position,
retighten bolts and retest.
6.
Once satisfied with the bracket position retighten bolts
in slots add a minimum of two screws/bolts to holes
provided in the bracket to complete installation.
Important:
If the close position needs further adjustment,
move the gate bracket position. Do not
overdrive the motor to close as this could
invoke an obstruction detection causing gate
to fully close and then reopen.
